Public Safety
Dozens of Pipe Bombs Found in NY Apartment After Loud Explosions
Authorities discovered numerous pipe bombs in a suburban NY apartment after residents reported weeks of loud explosions, raising safety concerns in Westchester County.
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Funeral Director in Mount Vernon Indicted for Illegal Services
A Mount Vernon funeral director faces indictment for illegally conducting services. The case raises concerns about compliance with state regulations in Westchester County.
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Intense 2-Alarm Blaze Hits Westchester County Home After Explosion Call
A major fire broke out at a Westchester County home Wednesday after an explosion. Firefighters battled the two-alarm blaze, drawing significant community attention.
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Stabbing Incident in New Rochelle Leaves Victim Hospitalized
A stabbing occurred in New Rochelle, with the victim found in a building lobby. Law enforcement has made no arrests, and the victim is undergoing surgery.
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Crash Causes Power Outage on King Street in Port Chester
A vehicle crashed into a utility pole on King Street in Port Chester, resulting in a significant power outage and street closure. Local residents are affected as crews work to restore service.
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New Rochelle Man Arrested After Geodes Stealing Operation Uncovered
A New Rochelle man faces charges following an undercover operation in Mamaroneck that recovered geodes stolen from the Rye Arts Center. This incident highlights ongoing theft issues affecting local cultural institutions.
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Convicted Rapist Arrested for Attempting to Entice Minor in Orange County
A convicted rapist was arrested in Orange County after attempting to lure a minor. This incident raises serious safety concerns for residents of Westchester County.
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Westchester DA Reports 30 Arrests and 1,674 Tickets in Safety Initiative
Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced 30 arrests and issued 1,674 tickets as part of its Safer Streets initiative aimed at improving community safety.
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Retired NYPD Sergeant Arrested in Corruption Scandal
A retired NYPD sergeant has been arrested in a corruption investigation tied to a local lawmaker and an aide to the governor. This case raises concerns about corruption in Westchester.
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Beware of Ghost-Tapping Scam in Westchester
Westchester residents are at risk from a ghost-tapping scam that could drain their bank accounts without notice. It’s crucial to understand how this scam works and how to protect your finances.
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Ulster County Moves Forward with Police ID Standards Law
Ulster County is considering a new law to set standardized police identification requirements. This move aims to improve transparency and accountability in law enforcement, significant for Westchester residents who value public safety.
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Family Takes Action After Deadly Incident with Cornhole Player
A Westchester family is seeking justice after a quadruple amputee cornhole player was allegedly involved in a fatal incident. Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to this tragic event.